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May 2016 security update release Today we released security updates to provide additional protections against malicious attackers. As a best practice, we encourage customers to apply security updates as soon as they are released. More information about this month’s security updates and advisories can be found in the Security TechNet Library. MSRC team Source: May 2016 security update release

Microsoft Bounty Programs Expansion – Nano Server Technical Preview Bounty Microsoft is pleased to announce another expansion of the Microsoft Bounty Programs. Today we begin a bounty for the Nano Server installation option of Windows Server 2016 Technical Preview 5. Please visit https://aka.ms/BugBounty to find more details. Nano Server is a remotely administered, headless installation option of the server operating system. In this first release, the Nano Server deployment is focused on two scenarios: As the host for compute and/or storage clusters As a lightweight OS in a VM or container for “born in the cloud” applications. In summary: All binaries included in the Nano Server configuration of Windows Server 2016 Technical Preview 5 and any subsequent Betas, Technical Previews or Release Candidates during the bounty period Hyper-V escapes and Mitigation Bypass vulnerabilities will be evaluated against the Mitigation Bypass [ more… ]

Changes to Security Update Links Updates have historically been published on both both the Microsoft Download Center and the Microsoft Update Catalog and Security Bulletins linked directly to update packages on the Microsoft Download Center. Starting May 10, some updates will no longer be available from the Microsoft Download Center. Security bulletins will continue to link directly to the updates, but will now point to the packages on the Microsoft Update Catalog for updates not available on the Microsoft Download Center. Customers that use tools linking to the Microsoft Download Center should follow the links provided in the Security Bulletins or search directly on the Microsoft Update Catalog. For tips on searching the Microsoft Update Catalogue visit the frequently asked questions page. Source: Changes to Security Update Links

April 2016 Security Update Release Today we released security updates to provide additional protections against malicious attackers. As a best practice, we encourage customers to apply security updates as soon as they are released. More information about this month’s security updates and advisories can be found in the Security TechNet Library. MSRC Team Source: April 2016 Security Update Release

Microsoft Bounty Programs Announce Expansion – Bounty for Microsoft OneDrive At Microsoft, we continue to add new properties to our security bug bounty programs to help keep our customer’s secure. Today, I’m pleased to announce the addition of Microsoft OneDrive to the Microsoft Online Services Bug Bounty Program. This addition further incentivizes security researchers to report service vulnerabilities to Microsoft. As part of the Microsoft Online Services Bug Bounty Program, the payouts will range from $500 – $15,000 USD. Join us at the Microsoft Booth at CanSecWest 2016 in Vancouver, Canada to learn more about Microsoft OneDrive and the bounty programs. You can find the updated terms here. Send your submissions to [email protected]. Happy Hunting, Jason Shirk Source: Microsoft Bounty Programs Announce Expansion – Bounty for Microsoft OneDrive